Preview: Israel vs. France – Prediction, Team News, and Lineups

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November 11, 2024

Israel and France meet on Thursday at Budapest's Bozsik Arena for a UEFA Nations League clash. France is second in Group 2 after a mixed start, while Israel is bottom after two defeats.

Match PREVIEW

France rebounded from a 3-1 loss to Italy by defeating Belgium 2-0, with Randal Kolo Muani and Ousmane Dembele scoring. With Kylian Mbappe out and Antoine Griezmann retired, Deschamps will lean on young talents like Bradley Barcola and Marcus Thuram.

Israel, playing its “home” games in Hungary, is adjusting to life in the top division of the Nations League. With injuries affecting key players, Oscar Gloukh is expected to step up in attack.

Predicted Lineups

Israel: Gerafi; Feingold, Nachimas, Shlomo, Leidner; Abu Fani, Kanichowsky; Abada, Peretz, Gloukh; Baribo

France: Maignan; Kounde, Saliba, Konate, Hernandez; Zaire-Emery, Tchouameni, Camavinga; Dembele, Thuram, Barcola

Prediction

Israel 0-3 France

With France’s depth and Israel missing key players, Les Bleus are expected to secure a comfortable win.